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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning have enabled people in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive these new open education endeavours. Lecturers want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this crescive desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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